Murray also impressed after the game

ARLINGTON – DeMarco Murray’s post-game session with the media was almost as impressive as what he did on the field Sunday in the Cowboys’ 34-7 thumping of the winless Rams.

Dressed in a gray sports coat, blue shirt and black slacks, the Oklahoma alum hit all the right notes while talking to reporters eager to hear about how he was able to rush for a franchise-record 253 yards.

Rather than hog the spotlight, the poised rookie thanked several people, including his role model, Pro Bowl tight end Jason Witten.

“I work hard, that’s the thing,” Murray said. “I see Jason Witten, one of the guys I constantly – I’m going to be honest – I copy him. Just the way he carries himself on and off the field. He words hard. He’s so focused on football and he wants to win. I got all the same supplements he got. He’s a great guy, a great leader. (Tony) Romo has definitely helped me out as well.”

Murray also singled out a few other people, as well as a Higher Power.

“(Running backs) Coach (Skip) Peete taught me a lot in the short time I’ve been here,” Murray said. “So have to give honor to God, who has entered my life, and also to my offensive line and my coaching staff.”